Job description
Are you an empathetic and proactive individual eager to make a lasting impact on the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Job Title: SEN Learning Support
Location: Southampton
Salary Range: £13.68 - £14.88 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
GSL Education are pleased to offer a rewarding opportunity for SEN Learning Support in Southampton. Join a friendly and inclusive school team that takes pride in helping children with diverse needs succeed both academically and personally.
About the Role:
This role will see you working closely with teachers and SEN specialists to provide effective classroom and pastoral support for students with complex learning profiles. You will assist in removing barriers to learning while promoting a culture of respect, inclusion, and encouragement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide structured support to students across all key stages, focusing on engagement and progress.
- Implement behaviour management strategies and emotional support techniques.
- Liaise with the SENCo to maintain individualised education plans (IEPs).
- Foster a classroom culture that nurtures empathy, patience, and positivity.
- Deliver progress reports and observations for evaluation purposes.
- Ensure all safeguarding and child protection responsibilities are upheld.
- Maintain records of student progress and contribute to individual learning plans (ILPs).
Job Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN, ideally in an educational or care setting.
- A solid understanding of conditions such as autism, ADHD and social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with students, staff and parents.
- A positive and adaptable approach to working with diverse learning needs.
- Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures in education.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Join GSL Education Today!
- Receive a competitive hourly rate of £13.68 – £14.88, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous support from our team.
- Constant support from a dedicated consultant.
- The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learners.
If you are ready to embark on a fulfilling career supporting students with SEN, we would love to hear from you. Apply now!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEN Learning Support’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.